Peppermint is a perennial plant native to Europe, highly aromatic that may grow as tall as three feet. The ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans knew it as flavouring for food and as medicine.
Among the major components found in peppermint leaves are fatty acids such as linoleic, linolenic, and palmitic acid. A variety of volatile compounds, mainly menthol, menthone and isomenthone have also been identified along with β-carotene, chlorophyll, α- and γ-tocopherols and ascorbic acid.
As a general digestive aid, juice peppermint leaves is employed for internal oral use. Peppermint has been found to enhance gastric emptying, suggesting its potential use in a clinical setting for patients with functional gastrointestinal disorders.
It helps to promote the production of digestive juices. It also can be used to get relief from digestive problems such as heartburn, nausea, gas, cramps, and even a spastic colon.
Mint leaf juice is good for digestive disorders
